Canada: Bimbo to close bakery plant in Quebec
Bimbo Canada, a subsidiary of Mexican bakery giant Grupo Bimbo, has announced plans to shutter its manufacturing plant in Levis, Quebec province. The decision comes against a decline in production and strategic efforts to improve efficiency, increase capacity utilization and reduce overall costs, the company said in a statement. Bimbo’s portfolio in Canada includes brands […]
USA: Our Home acquires Sonoma Creamery
Our Home, a US-based snack company, has announced the acquisition of Sonoma Creamery, a cheese snack maker based in California. Founded in 1931, Sonoma Creamery has a portfolio that includes Cheese Crisps and Cheese O’s, both of which are described as gluten-free and high in protein. As a result of the acquisition, Our Home will […]
Malaysia: Fraser & Neave to build dairy plant in Cambodia
Fraser and Neave, the Singapore-based brewing firm, has announced plans to invest 179.5 million MYR ($37.5 million) to build a dairy plant in Cambodia, with a focus on canned milk production. In a statement, the firm said it intended to lease 32,200 sq m of land, build the facility, and procure machinery for the production […]
USA: Barney & Co invests in second manufacturing facility
Barney & Co, the number two almond butter producer in the US, has announced it has invested in a second manufacturing plant in Fresno, California, as part of a plan to diversify its product line, starting with peanut butter. The new manufacturing site claimed to feature cutting-edge equipment and strict quality controls to ensure a […]
USA: Lancaster Colony ceases production of Flatout, Angelic Bakehouse brands
Lancaster Colony, a manufacturer and marketer of specialty food products, has announced it is ceasing production of baked goods under its Flatout and Angelic Bakehouse brands, including the closure of facilities in Saline (MI) and Cudahy (WI). The company acquired Angelic Bakehouse in 2016, and Flatout in 2015. In a statement, the firm said the […]
USA: Killer Brownie investing in expanded facility
Killer Brownie, a maker of single-serve and assorted brownies, has announced plans to invest up to $1 million to expand its manufacturing plant in Miamisburg, OH. According to sources, the company is planning to add a 10,500 sq ft facility adjacent to its existing 27,000 sq ft plant, adding both office space and an R&D […]
USA: Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe to invest $123.2 million in plant expansion
Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe, a baker of bread and roll products, has announced plans to invest $123.2 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Chambersburg, Franklin County (PA), generating at least 127 jobs over the next five years. Established in 1955, Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe is known for producing bread, potato bread, swirl potato bread, […]
UK: Dale Farm invests in cheddar processing plant
Dale Farm, a Northern Ireland dairy cooperative, has announced an investment of £70 million ($87.5 million) to expand its cheddar processing facility in Tyrone. The expansion will involve installing a new high-speed automated cheese slicing line, expanding the warehouse footprint, and investing in the development of new patented products and processes, the company said. It […]
Saudi Arabia: Spinneys plans first store openings
Spinneys, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) based retail chain, has announced plans to open its first stores in Saudi Arabia as it seeks to expand its presence in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. Spinneys is an operator of premium grocery retail supermarkets under the Spinneys, Waitrose and Al Fair brands, and presently has stores […]
USA: Palermo Villa to build a new facility in Wisconsin
Palermo Villa, a leading US manufacturer of branded and private label frozen pizza, has announced plans to build a 200,000 sq ft production facility in West Milwaukee, WI. Founded in 1964, Palermo Villa has a brand portfolio that includes Palermo’s Pizza, Screamin’ Sicilian, Urban Pie Pizza Co., Surfer Boy, Connie’s Pizza, and Funky Fresh Spring […]